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Authors Share Thoughts on Writing in a Genre

By Ginny Wiehardt, About.com

One of the best ways to learn about writing is to hear how other writers have done it. These writers share some thoughts on how they ended up writing in that genre and what's worked for them as they've built their writing career.

Mystery Writer Sandra Balzo

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It took six years for Sandra Balzo to publish her first book, but since then she's become a popular, award-winning author. What was the secret of her eventual success?

Dominic Smith on Historical Fiction

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Dominic Smith talks about the process of researching and writing his historical debut novel, The Mercury Visions of Louis Daguerre.

The Man Behind Lemony Snicket

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Daniel Handler, the man behind the popular Lemony Snicket books, A Series of Unfortunate Events, shares insights on writing for kids.

Stephanie Lessing on Chick Lit

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Stephanie Lessing, author of She's Got Issues, shares how she came to write a chick lit novel.

Science Fiction Writer Kris Saknussemm

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Kris Saknussemm, author of Zanesville: A Novel, discusses, among other things, the innovative work being done in the field of science fiction/fantasy, graphic novels, and comics.

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